Composites — Chapter 16 Summary from Callister’s Materials Science and Engineering
Composites — Chapter 16 Summary from Callister’s Materials Science and Engineering Chapter 16 of Materials Science and Engineering by William D. Callister, Jr. and David G. Rethwisch provides an in-depth look at composite materials—engineered by combining two or more phases to achieve properties unattainable by conventional materials alone. Composites are fundamental to industries requiring lightweight, high-strength, and durable materials, including aerospace, automotive, construction, and sports equipment. Watch the full podcast-style summary below, and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for clear, chapter-by-chapter guides to essential engineering textbooks! What Are Composites? Composites are multiphase materials, combining a continuous matrix phase and a discontinuous dispersed phase to create tailored mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties. Their properties are determined by the nature, proportions, geometry, and distribution of the phases. Classificatio...